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05/21/2013
In the wake of the devastating tornadoes that ripped through Oklahoma yesterday, and in north Texas last week, Better Business Bureau and BBB Wise Giving Alliance have issued tips to help donors make smart giving decisions and to avoid scams.
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05/09/2013
BBB is urging all consumers and businesses to pay close attention to a Cyber Security Advisory issued by the Federal Bureau of Investigation regarding a vulnerability in Microsoft’s Internet Explorer 8 browser(IE8)
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05/09/2013
If you're searching for some bling to complement your ride or maybe a custom ring for your club, beware. Online looks and, according to some customer complaints filed with Better Business Bureau, online sellers may be deceiving.
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04/16/2013
At least one poorly-conceived charity scam has already emerged in the wake of the explosions at the finish line of the Boston Marathon yesterday, and more are likely.
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03/12/2013
BBB of the Southland, the Better Business Bureau that served the greater Los Angeles marketplace, has been expelled from the national organization, has lost its right to use the BBB name and logo, and was cut off from services provided by CBBB, the umbrella organization.
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03/07/2013
Better Business Bureau celebrated its Centennial year by ringing the closing bell of the New York Stock Exchange, laying a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknowns in Arlington Cemetery, and helping a record-breaking number of consumers across the United States and Canada.
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03/06/2013
If you’ve decided it’s time to give your home a facelift, or if you are just in need of repairs, BBB can help you find a trustworthy contractor.
In 2012, home builders, roofing contractors, construction and remodeling services, plumbers and general contractors made the top 10 list of most inquired about industries. All of these industries combined received more than 1,500 complaints in 2012.
Before selecting your next contractor, BBB offers the following advice to homeowners:
Use BBB.org to find trustworthy businesses. Start your search with BBB Member Pages to find BBB accredited contractors in your area. If you are referred to a business through friends, family or an advertisement, verify the business is in good standing at bbb.org before contacting them.
Compare costs. Get at least three bids from prospective contractors based on the same specifications, materials, labor and time needed to complete the project. BBB’s Request-a-Quote service is free to use and will a
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03/04/2013
BBB tips for protecting your personal information
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12/18/2012
The Better Business Bureau is advising donors to check charities out with the BBB before making donations to help victims of the Connecticut school shooting.
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11/26/2012
BBB Wise Giving Alliance Offers Tips for Holiday Donations
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10/15/2012
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) advises shoppers to check seasonal businesses out with the BBB before patronizing unfamiliar stores or websites when shopping for Halloween.
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10/09/2012
Arlington, VA – October 9, 2012 – Better Business Bureau and Western Union today launched BBB Scam Stopper, an education campaign to help consumers in the United States and Canada avoid common scams that con artists use to commit consumer fraud.
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09/28/2012
All American Steel Buildings Earns F Rating With the BBB
September 26, 2012- Jacksonville, FL BBB Serving Northeast Florida & the Southeast Atlantic is issuing a consumer alert on All American Steel Buildings, a company that offers prefabricated metal buildings and components located in Jacksonville, FL. The BBB has processed 17 complaints in the last three years with no response to any of the complaints received. This along with the fact that 2 of the complaints were deemed serious has earned All American Steel Buildings an F rating.
There is a distinct pattern with the complaints. Consumers from numerous states allege that All American Steel Buildings requires money upfront to purchase either a prefabricated metal building or components for those buildings. The complainants allege the company uses high pressure sales tactics, saying that funds are needed immediately. Once the money is provided to All American Steel Buildings, communication ceases. Consumers allege they are then
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09/14/2012
With layaway undergoing a resurgence, the BBB has tips to help consumers get the most out of layaway and avoid unwanted surprises.
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08/21/2012
Better Business Bureau warns that college-age adults are particularly vulnerable to identity theft and related fraudulent crimes. According to the Consumer Sentinel Network database, 56,689 consumers between the ages of 20 and 29 fell victim to identity theft in 2011. That number accounts for 23 percent of the total number of identity theft complaints reported last year; the largest out of any 10-year age range.
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